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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

GUARDIAN SENIOR HOMES ON MADISONLicense 3060047942 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On this day Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Fred Arias and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Alisa Ortiz made an unannounced visit to conduct a required annual visit. LPA and LPM were greeted and granted entry into the facility by staff and explained the reason for the visit. Facility is licensed for 6 non-ambulatory residents. Facility has an approved hospice waiver for 4 residents and the home currently has 4 residents, with 2 residents on hospice. Administrator (AD) Khanh Do has a valid certificate that expires on April 26, 2025. LPA along with staff Kaizan Mateo toured the facility at 8:30 AM. LPAs toured the physical plant, checked food service, facility documentation and the first aid kit. The home consists of 6 resident bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as 3 bathrooms and 1 staff room and 1 rented room upstairs. Resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure and shower was free of mold/mildew. Water temperature measured between 108.1 degrees F and 112.6 degrees F in all bathrooms. Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards. Auditory exit alarms were operational during today's visit. LPA toured the kitchen and observed sharps locked in a cabinet during today's visit. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked and adequately stocked at time of visit. Kitchen appliances were operational during today's visit. Smoke detectors tested operational during today's visit. Fire extinguishers were fully charged. LPA reviewed the infection control and emergency disaster plans and plans are complete and thorough. Facility conducts quarterly emergency drills with the last drill conducted on 12/15/2024. Outside grounds were toured. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. First aid kit contained all required items including tweezers, scissors and thermometer. There is shaded outdoor seating for residents. Exit gates are unlocked and unlatched. LPA observed cameras with audio on the second floor. LPA observed the emergency food supply. LPA reviewed four resident files and four staff files. All resident files contained required documentation including admission agreements, physician reports, resident appraisals, and physician orders for bed rails as indicated. Continued on LIC809-C dated 2/5/2025. Staff files reviewed contained required documentation including required annual training, medical assessment/ TB, criminal record clearance and proof of CPR training. LPAs reviewed medication storage and administration. Medications are stored in a locked closet. Some PRN medications were not available for 3 out of 4 residents. Based on the observations made during today's visit, the following violations are being cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report as well as appeal rights were discussed and provided with facility representative.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 1569.695(a)(2)Type B

    Based on LPA observation, staff interview, and inspection of kitchen and garage areas, there is no emergency water available which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87468.1(a)(2)Type B

    Based on LPA observation, there are 2 video cameras with audio active on the second floor in an open area. No signage/notification was observed. Area is accessible to residents via open stairway. Facility dining room is located directly below/next to open stairway. Private conversations could be overheared via open stairway and recorded without the knowlege of the residents which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the February 5, 2025 inspection of GUARDIAN SENIOR HOMES ON MADISON?

This was a inspection inspection of GUARDIAN SENIOR HOMES ON MADISON on February 5, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to GUARDIAN SENIOR HOMES ON MADISON on February 5, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on LPA observation, staff interview, and inspection of kitchen and garage areas, there is no emergency water avail..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a inspection inspection. inspection inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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